Adelaide metal outfit Diabolic Rites hit the highway

Diabolic Rites have been kicking it hard since 2017, but this year could well be the year they break hard on the metal scene after personnel changes and a fresh outlook.

Bendigo Au Go Go #14

Local stoner rock trio Sleeping Giant have finally unleashed their self-titled debut album – and will be playing a hometown launch before they take it out on the road.

Kasey Chambers celebrates the 20th anniversary of her debut

She returns with a new tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her debut and reuniting her original recording mates to give the tunes a new lease of life.

When the King met The Poor…

The Poor will be in Geelong at the Workers Club on August 9 and in Melbourne at Geddes Lane Ballroom on August 10 alongside Palace Of The King.

Up close and personal with Y Street

They guys are a particularly unusual noise cookin’ rock band – or PUNC for short.

The Rise of Maya Rose

It seemed like time was on Castlemaine’s Maya Rose’s side in this classic comeback story.

Oxygen College student TIARA shines

Oxygen College has fostered a number of young, local artists, including Tiara.

Holy Holy’s upcoming release has been a labour of love

I spoke with vocalist Tim Carroll recently to get the low down.

Northlane on the most personal statement of their career

Heavy metal band Northlane release their new album ‘Alien’ in early August, their fifth, and fans expecting similar content lyrically may need to have a serious re-think.

The Karova Lounge is closing the doors after 15 years of bringing gigs to the 3350

Long live Karova…

Rosebud RockFest returns this November

A fun celebration of all things groovy; cool cars and hot bands, rock music dances and shows, retro clothing markets and even a Pin-Up contest.

Loch Hart Music Festival announces stunning 2019 lineup

It’s the festival that makes you feel like you’re at your best mate’s house party.

Everybody Must Dance thanks to the enigmatic Sir Winston

Sir Winston has unveiled more layers to the single in announcing an epic remix package that features three unique takes on the catchy original.

Psycroptic are headlining Brewtality Festival next month

Returning this August for one massive day across two venues and three stages, Brewtality Festival will once again takeover Melbourne’s most iconic music venues.

New Years Day Bring Headline Tour Down Under

Anaheim rockers, New Years Day will be bringing their debut headline tour down under in March 2020, hitting up Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

Bendigo Au Go Go #13

It’s been a long time in the making, but Bendigo live music stalwart Erica Hawkey and her band are releasing a long-awaited album.

Jon Stevens is heading to the Gateway Hotel

Jon Stevens by any definition is a survivor.

Brewtality Festival returns for 2019 with High Tension

We chat to HT vocalist Karina Utomo ahead of the fest.

The Sound Doctor Presents Alice Skye

We chat to Alice Skye ahead of the gig.

Live Music Professionals: The Torquay Hotel

Live music is at the crux of a successful music industry, and thanks to the legends over at Music Victoria, a vibrant program has been created to help foster and maintain a sustainable live music sector.

Simon Hosford is heading to the Melbourne Guitar Show

Simon Hosford isn’t just a jack of all trades, but he’s pretty close to the master of them as well.

A day on the green presents Sir Elton John

Sir Elton John, recently crowned by Billboard as the most successful performing male solo artist of all time, is heading to our humble home of Geelong.

Here’s five 90s rave tracks to hype you up for Red Bull’s 1800-DOOF this month

Get keen.

American blues shredder Dennis Jones is heading to Australia for the Melbourne Guitar Show

Drawing thousands of guitar lovers and enthusiasts Caulfield Racecourse for its fifth consecutive year, Melbourne Guitar Show 2019 is gearing…

 

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